Very Good
#3410 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Yuba City Charter
School · Yuba City Charter District
256 Wilbur Ave., Yuba City, CA 95991
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,410 of 9,539
In Yuba City
#7 of 21
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Yuba City Charter
Yuba City Charter is a public school in Yuba City, CA, part of Yuba City Charter District. Yuba City Charter serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Yuba City Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,410 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yuba City Charter show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Yuba City Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Yuba City Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Yuba City Charter — Students at Yuba City Charter score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Yuba City Charter Compares
See how Yuba City Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
256 Wilbur Ave., Yuba City, CA 95991
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yuba City Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. CORE Charter (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Marysville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yuba City Independence Academy (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harry P B Carden (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Marysville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yuba City, see our Yuba City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Yuba City | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Yuba City High Yuba City | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| AeroSTEM Academy Yuba City | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Chesterton Academy of the Most Holy Eucharist Yuba City | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Yuba City | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Yuba City Independence Academy Yuba City | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Gray Avenue Middle Yuba City | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| King Avenue Elementary Yuba City | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Thomas E. Mathews Community Marysville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Covillaud Elementary Marysville | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Harry P B Carden Marysville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Yuba County Special Education Marysville | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Yuba County Career Preparatory Charter Marysville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincrest Elementary Yuba City | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Cedar Lane Elementary Olivehurst | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| CORE Charter Marysville | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Andros Karperos Yuba City | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Yuba City | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95991 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,853
Median Home Value
$366,200
Median Rent
$1,318/mo
Population
42,490
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
34
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOLS La Verne, CA | 7.0 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wildomar, CA | 7.0 |
| Delta Charter Online Lathrop, CA | 7.0 |
| Method Schools LA Murrieta, CA | 7.0 |
| Mountain Valley Academy Ramona, CA | 7.0 |
| PACIFIC ACADEMY Irvine, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yuba City Charter
What grades does Yuba City Charter serve?
Yuba City Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Yuba City Charter?
Yuba City Charter has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yuba City Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Yuba City Charter is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yuba City Charter rank in CA?
Yuba City Charter ranks #3,410 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yuba City Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Yuba City Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Yuba City Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yuba City Charter has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Yuba City Charter a charter school?
Yes, Yuba City Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yuba City Charter a Title I school?
No, Yuba City Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yuba City Charter?
82.6% of students at Yuba City Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sutter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.2%
- Phone
- (530) 822-9667
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Yuba City Charter District- District Enrollment
- 253
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,302
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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